Flyers sign forward Maksim Sushko to entry-level contract

The Philadelphia Flyers have signed forward Maksim Sushko to an entry-level contract. Sushko was drafted in the 4th round (107th overall) by the Flyers in the 2017 NHL Entry Draft.

Sushko has 55 points (30 goals, 25 assists) in 57 games this season with the Owen Sound Attack in the OHL. He had 32 points (17 goals, 15 assists) in 54 games last season with Owen Sound.

Sushko also represented Belarus at the World Junior Championships this year. He was the captain of Belarus, and was undoubtedly their shining star. He had eight points (two goals, six assists) in six games against some tough competition.

The forward most recently scored the shootout winner on Sunday afternoon against Morgan Frost and the Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds.

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